MNS Announces Election Plans

MNS Announces Election Plans Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 14:12     It appears the Metis Nation of Saskatchewan election dispute is far from settled.   The MNS has released its own plan for a new election this year — and there are some significant differences...

Prentice Defends Broken Election Promise

Prentice Defends Broken Election Promise Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 14:11     Canada’s Indian Affairs minister is trying to deflect the blame for a broken election promise to boarding school survivors in Ile-a-la-Crosse.   Jim Prentice is remaining firm in his...

Metis Seeking Compensation Over Weapons Range

Metis Seeking Compensation Over Weapons Range Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 14:08     A Metis leader who helped negotiate an economic development package for four communities in northwest Saskatchewan says the push for compensation continues.   Former Metis Nation of...

Saskatoon Welcomes Aboriginal Business Delegates

Saskatoon Welcomes Aboriginal Business Delegates Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 13:55     The start of a national Aboriginal business symposium being held in Saskatoon is just hours away.   Beginning tonight, Aboriginal leaders will take part in a series of workshops...

Weapons Range Settlement Coming In Lump Sum

Weapons Range Settlement Coming In Lump Sum Monday, January 22, 2007 at 13:45     Indian Affairs Minister Jim Prentice was in Beauval today, announcing details of a $15-million settlement package for four northwest Saskatchewan Metis communities.   The money...

Two-Vehicle Crash Claims Life On Pasqua Reserve

Two-Vehicle Crash Claims Life On Pasqua Reserve Monday, January 22, 2007 at 13:41     A 34-year-old man from Lipton, Saskatchewan will be facing a judge tomorrow morning after allegedly driving a vehicle that was involved in a fatal collision on the Pasqua First...